DC MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

JBS Foods•Plainwell, MI

About The Position

DC MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Salary Non-Exempt QUALIFICATIONS: Must pass a mechanical knowledge test. Physical demands: Climbing including ladders, lifting, working with a variety of hand and power tools, shop machines and tools. Work environment: Must be able to work in areas of extreme heat, and cold conditions. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift openings. Experience and solid knowledge of AC/DC motors and drives, electrical systems up to 480V 3-phase, servo motors, new electrical installations, bend conduit and pull wire, VFD's, experience with photo eyes, sensors, and limit switches. HS diploma or GED required. 2 - 3 years of industrial electrical experience in a food industry environment preferred. Basic computer skills a plus. Journeyman / Electrician Licenses preferred but not required. Position requires a drug test and background check. Must be able to learn quickly and make good decisions. Must be able to work in a team environment and perform a variety of duties. RESPONSIBILITIES: Day to day maintenance and repair to equipment. Perform Labeling and Tagging of systems and/or checks for verifications. Troubleshoot and repair high speed food processing and packaging equipment. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical problems on production equipment. PLC's knowledge a plus Support the plant equipment, and maintaining a safe plant meeting all federal, state and local environment requirements. We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan. EOE/INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETS

Requirements

Must pass a mechanical knowledge test.
Climbing including ladders, lifting, working with a variety of hand and power tools, shop machines and tools.
Must be able to work in areas of extreme heat, and cold conditions.
Experience and solid knowledge of AC/DC motors and drives, electrical systems up to 480V 3-phase, servo motors, new electrical installations, bend conduit and pull wire, VFD's, experience with photo eyes, sensors, and limit switches.
HS diploma or GED required.
Position requires a drug test and background check.
Must be able to learn quickly and make good decisions.
Must be able to work in a team environment and perform a variety of duties.

Nice To Haves

2 - 3 years of industrial electrical experience in a food industry environment preferred.
Basic computer skills a plus.
Journeyman / Electrician Licenses preferred but not required.
PLC's knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

Day to day maintenance and repair to equipment.
Perform Labeling and Tagging of systems and/or checks for verifications.
Troubleshoot and repair high speed food processing and packaging equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical problems on production equipment.
Support the plant equipment, and maintaining a safe plant meeting all federal, state and local environment requirements.